We will be using the new curriculum, which was finalized this year.
The Big Ideas are
Design involves investigating, planning, creating, and evaluating.
Constructing 3D objects often requires a 2D plan.
Transferring mathematical skills between problems requires conceptual understanding and flexible thinking.
Proportional reasoning is used to make sense of multiplicative relationships.
Choosing a tool based on required precision and accuracy is important when measuring.
Assessment will be based on unit tests, homework, and projects.
Assignments will be marked by the student and handed in. Answer keys will be provided.
Unit Tests will occur at the end of each unit.
measuring: using tools with graduated scales; conversions using metric and imperial
unit analysis
precision and accuracy
breaking of units into smaller divisions to get more precise measurements
extension: project or presentation to share measurement concepts and skills used in a field/career of interest
similar triangles: including right-angle trigonometry
situational examples such as stairs and roofs
application of Pythagorean theorem
situations involving multiple right-angle triangles
2D and 3D shapes: including area, surface area, volume, and nets
3D objects and their views (isometric drawing, orthographic projection)
creating and reading various types of technical drawings
extension: project or presentation to share geometry concepts and skills used in a field/career of interest
mathematics in the workplace
compare and contrast mathematics used in different workplace contexts
interview someone working in a field of interest
extension: project that includes an element of design and mathematical thinking
financial literacy: business investments and loans
business investments, loans (lease versus buy), graphical representations of financial growth, projections, expenses
extension: project or presentation to share mathematical concepts and skills used in a field/career of interest